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Travel Insurance for Ireland from India Online, Starting ₹515

Ireland has become one of the most desired tourist destinations. It has enchanting castles, many stories and festivals, famous locations, and charming coastlines. If you plan to visit the country soon for a holiday, you will need a tourist visa and travel insurance for Ireland.

Why do you need travel insurance for Ireland?

Well, for starters, when traveling to another land, you should leave no stone unturned to secure your convenience so that you return with cherished memories. Other than that, there are several things that can go wrong when exploring new lands. You might fall ill, meet with an accident, lose your baggage and passport, or even worse; your trip might get canceled altogether.

With an Ireland travel insurance plan in place, you will have financial safeguards that will allow you to have the time of your life without worrying about the repercussions of these incidents.

Is Travel Insurance Mandatory for Ireland?

No, travel insurance is not mandatory for a visit to Ireland. Nonetheless, purchasing travel insurance for Ireland would be more beneficial than not. This holds for any international destination as it reduces your financial liability arising from unplanned events by a considerable amount.

What is the Cost of Travel Insurance for Ireland from India?

A $50,000 Ireland travel insurance plan from India for 4 days for 1 adult starts from ₹515 (excluding GST).

Ireland Visa for Indian Passport Holders

Indian passport holders need an Ireland visa from India to visit the Republic of Ireland. However, a UK visa would suffice if you visit Northern Ireland.

Following are the types of Visas -

  • Tourist visa - A travel visa allows you to explore the country's stunning landscapes, visit tourist attractions, and immerse yourself in Irish culture.
  • Business visa - A business visa is required for work-related purposes such as meetings, conferences, or negotiations.
  • Study visa - A study visa is for Indian students enrolling in Irish universities or educational institutions.
  • Medical visa - If you're seeking medical treatment in Ireland, you'll require a medical visa.
  • Transit visa - A transit visa allows you to stay in Ireland for a short duration while you wait for your connecting flight.

What’s Great About International Travel Insurance for Ireland by Digit?

Adventure Sports Covered - Our coverage includes adventure activities such as scuba diving, bungee jumping & sky diving (provided the duration is one day).

Monetary Compensation for Flight Delays - We don’t want to waste your time any further. That’s why, when your flight is delayed, you will receive compensation as per your policy conditions.

Smartphone-Enabled Processes - No paperwork, no running around. Just upload the required documents and bank details when you make a claim. We’ll take care of the rest.

Missed-Call Facility - Give us a missed call, and we’ll call you back in 10 minutes. No more international calling charges!

Worldwide Support - We’ve partnered with the world’s largest health and travel insurance network Allianz, to support you seamlessly across the globe. T&C apply as per your policy.

Ireland Travel Insurance Plan That Fits You

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Medical Covers

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Medical Treatment And Evacuation Exigencies

If you fall ill during your trip and need emergency hospitalisation to save your life or relieve acute pain, we will cover:

  • Treatment costs
  • Medical evacuation
  • Outpatient cover (OPD)
  • Repatriation

(Up to the sum insured as shown in your policy)

 

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Accidental Treatment And Evacuation Exigencies

If you get injured in an accident and need urgent hospitalisation, we’ll cover:

  • Treatment and medical expenses
  • Evacuation
  • OPD care
  • Repatriation

(Up to the sum insured as per your policy)

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Personal Accident

If you suffer an accidental injury that directly causes:

  • Death
  • Permanent total or partial disability

We’ll pay compensation as per your policy limits.

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Accidental Death And Disability Cover (Common Carrier)

Covers accidents while travelling in public transport like a plane, train, or bus, resulting in:

  • Death
  • Permanent total or partial disability

(Compensation as per policy limits)

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Dental Treatment

If you face acute pain or injury to your natural teeth during the trip, we’ll cover the cost of treatment by a qualified dentist, up to the policy limits.

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Daily Cash Allowance

If you’re hospitalised for more than 24 hours, we’ll pay a daily benefit for up to a maximum number of days as per policy. This cover will be extended for a maximum of 5 days.

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Sub-Limits*

Applicable only to members above 55 years for medical/accidental hospitalisation. If your claim amount for these coverages exceeds the sub-limit mentioned in the policy schedule, the extra amount has to be paid by you. Limits apply to:

  • Hospital Room Rent (Per Day)
  • ICU Charges (Per Day)
  • Surgery & Anesthesia
  • Doctor Fees (Per Visit)
  • Diagnostics
  • Ambulance
  • Miscellaneous expenses

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Maternity And Baby Cover

Covers hospitalisation expenses for the delivery and vaccination of a newborn.

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Waiver of PED

Option to waive pre-existing disease exclusion (subject to policy terms).

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Smooth Transit Covers

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Total Loss Of Checked-In Baggage

If your checked-in baggage is permanently lost by the airline, we’ll pay compensation as per policy.

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Delay Of Checked-In Baggage

If baggage is temporarily delayed beyond the specified time, we’ll cover essential replacement purchases.

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Missed Connection

If you miss a pre-booked connection due to the delay of a common carrier, we’ll cover the extra travel expenses and accommodation costs to reach your next destination.

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Trip Cancellation

If your outbound journey is cancelled due to the listed reasons, we’ll reimburse you:

  • Reasonable extra travel and accommodation costs
  • Planned events and excursions expenses

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Trip Abandonment

If you have to cut short your trip or return early, we’ll cover:

  • Additional travel costs (in the same class as the original booking; if you cannot use your return ticket)
  • Accommodation costs (of a similar standard you had booked for your trip)
  • Unused accommodation costs that each insured person has paid and cannot get back (including excursions and planned events)

 

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Trip Extension

If your return is unexpectedly delayed, we’ll reimburse:

  • Extra lodging and boarding
  • Fare difference in return ticket (up to policy limits)

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Common Carrier Delay

If your flight/train is delayed beyond the specified time, you’ll receive a fixed amount for every additional block of delay as per policy.

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Hijack Distress Allowance

If your mode of transport is hijacked, we’ll pay a daily distress allowance (must be officially confirmed).

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Other Coverages

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All Risk Cancellation Charges

We cover the non-refundable, pre-paid, or contracted-to-be-paid portion of the booking amount up to the policy limit if you cancel tickets due to unforeseen events beyond your control.

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Loss Of Passport, Driving License And Temporary Permit

We pay for expenses (as per policy) if your passport, visa, or driving license is lost, stolen, or damaged, preventing trip continuation.

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Bounced Booking for Accommodation

If your hotel booking is denied due to overbooking or any other issue beyond your control, we will reimburse:

  • The cost difference for alternate accommodation or an upgrade to the same class (if the new booking is up to 10% higher than the original per-night rate), after deducting any refund/compensation from the hotel.
  • Reasonable transport expenses to reach the new accommodation within the same city.

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Bounced Booking for Common Carrier

If your airline, train, or bus is unable to honour your prepaid booking due to overbooking or similar reasons, and you’ve opted for this cover:

  • We will reimburse for the difference in fare between the original and the new ticket (same class), provided the cost increase is within 10% of the original fare.
  • Refunds or compensation from the carrier will be adjusted.

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Compassionate Visit

If you’re hospitalised during your trip, we will cover the travel and stay of one close family member or friend who comes to be with you:

  • Economy class travel by the shortest route to your hospital city
  • Lodging and boarding of the same or lower class as yours, during the visit

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Loss Of Baggage And Personal Belongings

We cover the loss or damage of your accompanying baggage and personal items due to theft, robbery, larceny, or holdup during the trip.
The claim is subject to:

  • The sum insured limit specified in the policy
  • Applicable deductibles and depreciation rules

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Personal Liability & Bail Bond

The insurer will cover legal and financial liabilities if you accidentally cause harm to someone or their property during your trip:

  • Compensation for injury, death, or property damage
  • Legal costs (pre-approved by the insurer)
  • Bail bond amount for your release before court hearings (if required)

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Home Building And Contents

If your home (at the address listed in your policy) suffers loss or damage while you’re away, the insurer will reimburse:

  • The cost to repair, replace, or reinstate the damaged building or household contents, up to the sum insured.

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Emergency Cash Assistance Service

If your money or luggage is lost due to theft or holdup, the insurer will:

  • Coordinate with your family back home to arrange emergency funds
  • The transfer is handled by the insurer or their claims partner, up to the limit specified in your policy

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Financial Emergency Cash

If you’re left without any travel funds (cash, cards, travellers cheques) due to theft, robbery, or dacoity, the insurer will reimburse you for the lost amount, provided:

  • You report the incident to local police within 24 hours
  • A written police report is submitted with your claim

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Golfer’s Hole In One

If you hit a hole-in-one at a USGA-recognised golf course (outside India), the insurer will pay a fixed amount to cover your celebration expenses, as per the policy.

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Fraudulent Charges Cover

If your payment card is lost or stolen during the trip, you’ll be reimbursed for any unauthorised charges made up to 12 hours before you reported the loss to your card issuer.

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Extended Pet Stay

If your return journey is delayed by more than 24 hours, the insurer will cover the extra cost of keeping your pet at the pet boarding facility back home, up to the policy limit.

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Hazardous or Adventure Sports

If opted for, it covers participation (under supervision) in activities such as trekking, scuba diving, etc.

Coverage includes:

  • Personal accident
  • Medical treatment and evacuation exigencies
  • Accidental treatment and evacuation exigencies
  • Daily cash allowance
  • Dental treatment
  • Personal liability and bail bond

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Escort Of Minor Child

If you are hospitalised during your trip, we will cover the economy class travel costs for one immediate family member, relative, or friend to escort up to two minor children, as well as the return travel expenses for the children, up to the policy limits.

(As long as hospitalisation does not occur within 3 days of the trip’s end).

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Upgradation To Business Class

If you’re seriously ill, we’ll pay up to the sum insured mentioned in the policy for upgrading your return ticket to business class from the place of hospitalisation.

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Study Interruption

If you have to discontinue your planned studies during the covered period unexpectedly, we will reimburse you up to the sum insured for:

  • Unrefundable semester fees
  • Booked common carrier tickets from your city of residence to the country of your educational institution, if the interruption occurs while you are at home
  • Return tickets to your city of residence if the interruption occurs while you are at the educational institution
  • Coverage applies up to the policy limit.

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Accident Of The Sponsor

If your sponsor named in the policy dies or is permanently disabled, we’ll cover:

  • Unpaid tuition fees
  • One-time return economy class air ticket for a student

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Inter-Collegiate Sports Cover

Medical & accidental injury coverage extended to college sports injuries sustained during the policy period.

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Home to Home Cover

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Hazardous or Adventure Sports

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Coverage at Home Country

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Coverage option suggested above is only indicative and is based on market study and experience. You may opt for any additional coverage as per your requirements. Please call us at 1800-258-5956 in case you want to opt for any other coverage or wish to know further details.

Why Choose Digit for Ireland Travel Insurance from India?

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A travel insurance policy from Digit includes crucial features to ensure that travellers are sufficiently covered against all possible instances that can financially compromise them.

Here are some of its essential features that you can enjoy by opting for a cheap travel insurance policy for Ireland from Digit:

  • Accidental Death and Disability (Common Carrier) - It covers you for accidental injuries while riding as a fare-paying passenger on a flight or other passenger transport, leading to permanent disability or death.
  • Daily Cash Allowances - If during the trip, due to an accidental injury or an emergency medical treatment you are hospitalized and low on cash, you can use the daily allowances provided by Digit, up-to-the maximum number of nights as specified in the policy schedule.
  • Trip Cancellation - If your trip gets canceled before your insurance period starts, we'll reimburse you for the money spent on non-refundable expenses for the peril mentioned in the policy. Even if you lose your passport due to burglary and theft or the government advises against travel, you will be covered.
  • Financial Emergency Cash - If you fall prey to pickpockets on a trip, this will cover you for the amount of travel funds lost.
  • Participate in Adventure Sports without Worrying - You can enjoy adventure sports that last less than 24 hours continuously, provided you participate in a non-professional capacity and under the supervision of a trained professional during your trip because this cover provides protection if things go wrong.

 

Disclaimer: Your policy is subject to the terms and conditions mentioned in your policy schedule and the policy wording. It is important that you thoroughly review these documents before making any decisions.

List of Network Hospitals in Ireland with Digit

Below is the list of network hospitals in Ireland where you can go in case of medical emergencies during your travel in Ireland. 

Facility Name Address
AeroMedevac Ireland Unit 6A , KCR Industrial Estate , Kimmage , Dublin , Ireland
Beacon Hospital Beacon Court , Sandyford , Dublin D18 , Ireland
Beaumont Hospital P.O. Box 1297 , Beaumont Road , Dublin D9 , Ireland
Bon Secours Hospital - Dublin Finglas Road , Glasnevin , Dublin D9 , Ireland
Cappagh Orthopaedic Hospital Cappagh , Finglas , Dublin D11 , Ireland
Children's University Hospital, Temple Street Temple St N , Dublin , Ireland
Dublin Dental School & Hospital Lincoln Place , Dublin D 2 , Ireland
Hermitage Medical Clinic Old Lucan Road , Dublin D20 , Ireland
Mater Misericordiae Hospital Eccles Street , Dublin D7 , Ireland
Mount Carmel Hospital Braemor Park , Churchtown , Dublin D14 , Ireland
National Maternity Hospital Holles Street , Dublin D2 , Ireland
Rotunda Hospita 1 Parnell Square W , Dublin , Ireland
St. James' Hospital P.O. Box 580 , James' Street , Dublin D8 , Ireland
St.Vincent's Private Hospital Herbert Avenue , Merrion , Dublin D4 , Ireland
The Adelaide and Meath Hospital - Tallaght Hospital Tallaght , Dublin , Ireland

Disclaimer: This list is not a comprehensive list of network hospitals in Ireland. Last updated on 31st July-2025. In case of emergencies, we recommend to reach out to Digit insurance team first to check about the hospitals.

What is Ireland's Official Currency?

The currency in Ireland is the euro (EUR), which has the symbol €. Each euro is divided into 100 cents in 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, and 50 coins. Banknotes are in denominations 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 200, and 500.

As of 12th July 2024, the currency exchange rates of EUR are as follows:

Country Currency EUR (Euro)
India 100 INR 1.10 Euro
United States of America 100 USD 92.03 Euro
Japan 100 JPY 0.58 Euro
United Kingdom 100 GBP 118.80 Euro
Australia 100 AUD 62.28 Euro

Note: You cannot use any currencies other than the euro anywhere in Ireland. The Republic of Ireland uses the euro, and Northern Ireland uses the pound sterling.

What is Ireland Famous For?

Ireland is famous for its rich cultural heritage, natural beauty, and deep literary culture. Whether you visit Europe for the first time or not, this Elysian island will give you an experience like none other. Contrary to popular belief, there’s more to Ireland than its capital, Dublin.

You start seeing the country for what it is when you visit its verdant and enchanting villages; those are the hidden treasures of this piece of heaven. The countryside slices through the busyness of Dublin and takes you to a wonderland of adventures and memorable experiences.

When is the Best Time to Visit Ireland?

Best time to Visit Ireland is throughout the year because of its temperate climate. However, for a memorable vacation are June to August, March to May and September to November.

Safety Tips When Travelling to Ireland

A few things which you need to keep in mind when travelling safely to Ireland are:

  • Be cautious about skimmers when visiting ATMs.
  • Remain wary of petty crimes such as purse snatching and burglary.
  • Carry your essentials, such as your passport, money, etc., in a fanny pack.
  • When visiting clubs or bars late at night in areas such as Dublin, be extra cautious as local gangs frequent those streets at early hours. Contact the police in such cases.
  • While Ireland is generally a safe country, it's essential to be aware of scams in Ireland to protect yourself.

List of Indian Consulates and Embassy in Ireland

Contact City Official Site
Embassy of India Dublin https://www.indianembassydublin.gov.in/

List of Airports in Ireland

The following is the list of international airports in Ireland.

Name of Airport Type
Dublin Airport International
Cork Airport International
Shannon Airport International
Knock Airport International
Belfast Airport International

FAQs about Ireland Travel Insurance from India

Is a medical check-up mandatory for a travel insurance Ireland plan?

A medical check-up is not mandatory for travel insurance, but if you suffer from pre-existing diseases, you must declare them when buying the policy.

Is travel insurance mandatory for an Ireland visa?

Travel insurance is not mandatory for an Ireland visa, but it is advised to have travel insurance as it will compensate against medical emergencies, flight delays, baggage loss, passport loss, and trip cancellations.

Are there any specific Ireland travel insurance requirements for Indians?

There are no minimum Ireland travel insurance requirements for a visa or to visit.

Can you buy travel insurance at the airport?

Yes, you can purchase travel insurance at the Indian airport from where you depart for your overseas trip. However, it’s essential to check the terms and conditions of specific policies and consult with insurance providers for accurate information.

Please note that you might not be able to buy international travel insurance once you have cleared the immigration check at the airport.

How much does travel insurance for Ireland cost?

Digit's Ireland travel insurance policy covers a sum insured of $50,000 at a premium starting at ₹515 (excluding GST) for four days for an adult.

Does my Ireland travel insurance policy cover dental treatment?

Yes, dental treatment is covered under Ireland travel insurance. Suppose you encounter acute pain or meet with an accidental injury to your natural teeth on the trip, resulting in dental treatment. In that case, we will cover the reasonable and customary charges you incur up to the limits shown on your policy schedule.

I'm going to Ireland for my studies. Should I buy travel insurance for Ireland from India?

Yes, students visiting Ireland for education purposes should invest in student travel insurance for their stay. You can get affordable travel insurance from India to Ireland online.

Are U.S. health insurance plans accepted in Ireland?

No, U.S. health insurance plans are not accepted in Ireland. Patients may have to pay for healthcare expenses upfront and apply for reimbursement from their travel insurance later.

Do I need travel insurance to go to Ireland?

Travel insurance is not mandatory to enter Ireland, but it's widely recommended. It protects you financially against unexpected events like emergency medical expenses, lost luggage, or holiday cancellation.

What happens if I need medical treatment in Ireland?

If you need medical treatment in Ireland, you can contact the local authorities quickly. Your digit travel insurance policy will assist with unexpected emergencies requiring hospitalization due to illness or acute pain. We will pay reasonable charges as per your policy.

How do I choose the right travel insurance for Ireland?

When choosing the right travel insurance for Ireland, consider that it provides coverage for various expenses related to medical emergencies, trip cancellations or interruptions, emergency evacuation, baggage loss, and other travel-related inconveniences.